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jive-ass

adj, noun — 2 senses

jive-ass

adj

Etymology From jive + -ass.

1

US, Derogatory, Slang, Vulgar Of or related to jiving, characterized by dishonest foolishness or low-class hustling.

  • He's failed at every jive-ass money hustle he's ever tried.2010, Hot Tub Time Machine, 00:07:35
  • You a damn' fool, you jive-ass turkey!

jive-ass

noun

Etymology From jive + -ass.

1

US, Slang, Vulgar Synonym of jive turkey.

  • The other guy, Private Appleton, White calls a “Detroit jive-ass” with a chip on his shoulder for everyone.2002, A Bad Attitude: A Novel from the Vietnam War, by Dennis Mansker, page 88

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